Admission Requirements
Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
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Completed application
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Official transcripts
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Letter of recommendation
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Official SAT and/or ACT test scores (Marywood is test optional)
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Essay (optional)
Facilities & Technology
Radio Station 91.7 VMFM
VMFM 91.7 is Marywood University’s student-run radio station, located in Marywood University's Learning Commons. For nearly two decades, VMFM has been named “Best College Radio Station' in the area and is the only commercial-free alternative radio station in northeast Pennsylvania.
Marywood Podcast Studio
Located in Marywood University’s Learning Commons, the podcasting studio allows students to create audio/visual podcasts using state-of-the-art equipment. Podcasts are shared digitally and sometimes broadcast on our campus radio station, 91.7 VMFM.
COMING SOON: Recording Studio
Our next big project, slated for grand opening in Fall 2026, is the creation of our very own recording studio complete with all of the latest technology to record and produce sound. The studio will be housed in our Multimedia Communication facility and include audio mixing equipment, a recording sound booth, and an editing bay.
Podcast Studio
The Podcast Studio within the Multimedia Communication Department is a dedicated, professional space designed to support high-quality audio production, storytelling, and digital content creation. Equipped with industry-standard microphones, soundproofing, mixing consoles, and editing software, the studio provides students with hands-on experience in podcasting, voice recording, and audio post-production. It serves as both a learning environment and a creative hub where students can develop technical skills, experiment with narrative formats, and produce content for academic, personal, or public audiences. The studio also encourages collaboration across disciplines, fostering innovation in media communication while preparing students for careers in broadcasting, journalism, and digital media production.
Radio Station 91.7 VMFM
VMFM 91.7 is Marywood University’s student-run radio station, located in Marywood University's Learning Commons on the Terrace Level. VMFM is on air 24/7 and also streams online. The station operates at a frequency of 91.7 MHz and an operating power of 1.8KW.
For nearly two decades, VMFM has been named “Best College Radio Station" in the area and is only commercial-free alternative radio station in northeast Pennsylvania. The massive alternative catalog spans five decades and contains over 10,000 songs. Student disc jockeys also create their own specialized programming spanning a variety of genres.
Center for Multimedia Communication
Located in the Learning Commons, the Center for Multimedia Communication provides media tools necessary to publish an online newspaper; direct, product, shoot, or edit video and audio programming; create and publish a PR newsletter; work as on-air television or radio talent; create virtual sets; produce short films; manage social media accounts; broadcast live sporting events; and much more. Marywood's Multimedia Communication students start getting valuable experience from Day One, learning how to become versatile, ethical, and in-demand communicators.
TV-Marywood
The TV Studio supports education and co-curricular activities in TV and film production. The TV Studio and in-field equipment also support TV-Marywood, Marywood's student-run television station, which is part of the Center for Multimedia Communication on the ground floor of the Learning Commons. TV-Marywood is distributed by Comcast and Facebook; department programming reaches 100,000+ households.
At the center of the TV production facility is a TriCaster8000 Switcher. It is supported by High Definition studio and field cameras and digital audio software. The space doubles as a classroom, where all studio production courses take place.
Students work as on-air talent and reporters and also assume other management and production positions. First-year students start working at TV-Marywood from Day One.
Scholarships
Morris K. Udall Scholarship
The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation also seeks future Native American and Alaska Native leaders in public and community health care, tribal government, and public policy affecting Native American communities, including land and resource management, economic development, and education.
Faculty
Courses & Curriculum for Audio Production Track (15 Total Credits)
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Course Numbers
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Course Names
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Credit Hours
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Required for ALL MultiComm Students
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33 Credits Total
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COMM 103
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Studio Production
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3
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COMM 104
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Field Production and Editing
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3
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COMM 105
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Audio Production
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3
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COMM 120
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Introduction to Media Writing
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3
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COMM 200
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Media, Culture, and Society
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3
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COMM 215
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Media Performance
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3
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COMM 315
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Visual Communication
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3
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COMM 336
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TV News Production
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3
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COMM 415
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Communication Ethics and Law
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3
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ENGL 440
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Creating Digital Content
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3
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COMM 490
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Multimedia Communication Capstone
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3
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Practicum
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6 Credits Total
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COMM
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170A, B, or C
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1
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COMM
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171A, B, or C
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1
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COMM
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270A, B, or C
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1
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COMM
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271A, B, or C
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1
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COMM
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370A, B, or C
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1
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COMM
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371A, B, or C
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1
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Audio Production Required Courses
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15 Credits Total
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COMM 347
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Podcasting
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3
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COMM 363
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Advanced Audio Production
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3
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COMM 430
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Multitrack Recording
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3
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COMM elective
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3
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COMM elective
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3
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Program Learning Outcomes
Students are prepared for careers audio production, which may include work in radio, television, podcasting, film, video games, apps, and music production. They explore digital audio editing and examine the dramatic role of music and sound design, focusing on how they enhance scene structure, emotional arcs, and storytelling in dramatic films, documentaries, interactive applications, and gaming environments. They learn about emerging digital tools and how to produce, direct, and shoot in the field and in a studio. Students practice leadership skills, editing and production at student-managed media organizations.
Student Resources
Multimedia Communication Laptop Policy
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Component
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Windows recommended
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Mac recommended
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Operating system
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Windows 11, 64-bit
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Current supported macOS
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Processor
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Intel Core i7/i9 or AMD Ryzen 7/9, current generation
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Apple M4, or newer; Pro-level chip preferred
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Memory
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32 GB RAM
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24–32 GB unified memory preferred; 32 GB ideal
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Storage
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1 TB SSD
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1 TB SSD
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Graphics
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NVIDIA RTX or comparable dedicated GPU with 6–8 GB VRAM or higher
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Apple Silicon GPU; Pro-level chip preferred for heavier video work
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Display
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14–16 inch display; high color accuracy preferred
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14–16 inch MacBook Pro preferred for heavier production work
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External storage
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1–2 TB external SSD for media projects
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1–2 TB external SSD for media projects
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Warranty
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3–4 year accidental damage/support plan recommended
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AppleCare+ recommended
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From #DayOne, Marywood is here for you each step of the way.
